Head Indirect Taxation Chennai

AAR Kay Management Consultants; Chennai; On-site; INR 3,200,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

AAR Kay Management Consultants in Chennai seeks a seasoned Manager Head of Indirect Taxation to lead GST compliance for a multi-branch setup. The role requires extensive experience in indirect taxation, strong drafting skills, and liaison with tax authorities.

You will oversee ERP tax master data, MIS reporting, and ensure flawless monthly, quarterly, and annual indirect tax filings across Tamil Nadu branches from the corporate office.

Qualifications

• M.Com or MBA in Finance from a recognized university.
• 14–15 years extensive experience in indirect taxation within large multi-branch setups.
• Strong drafting, liaison with tax tribunal officials and authorities.
• Proficiency in online indirect tax filing portals and major ERP tax modules.
• Hands-on experience with ERP tax master data, MIS reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise end-to-end GST filings, assessments, and reconciliations across branches in Tamil Nadu from Chennai corporate office.
• Handle branch-level billing, stock transfers, e-way bills, and promotions under indirect tax laws.

Skills

GST Laws

ITC Reconciliation

E-Way Billing

ERP: SAP

ERP: Oracle

ERP: MS Dynamics

Tax Audits

Litigation Liaison

Tax Master Data

Education

M.Com

MBA in Finance

Tools

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

MS Dynamics

Job description

Our Client is a leading and reputed group of companies into automobiles, NBFC and other companies having Corporate office in Chennai and branches across Tamil Nadu.

• Designation: Manager Head- Indirect Taxation
• Location: Corporate Office, Chennai
• Department: Finance & Accounts Taxation department
• Experience Required: 14 to 15 years in retail or multi-branch business models

Key Responsibilities

• Branch Control & Compliance: Supervise end-to-end GST filings, assessments, and reconciliations across all branches in Tamil Nadus from the central corporate office Chennai
• Retail Operations Support: Handle branch-level billing, stock transfers, e-way bills, and consumer promotions or discounts under current indirect tax laws.
• Audit & Litigation: Lead internal/statutory tax audits and manage notices or queries raised by local or central tax authorities.
• Online Filing Mastery: Directly oversee and validate the flawless, punctual submission of all monthly, quarterly, and annual indirect tax returns (GST, etc.) via government portals.
• Tribunal Representation: Attend, represent, and manage hearings called by appellate tribunals and tax authorities, ensuring strong and seamless defense for the company
• Independent Drafting: Independently draft comprehensive replies to queries, show-cause notices and departmental audits, ensuring clear legal standing and zero hassles for the management.
• Process & System Controls: Monitor ERP/SAP tax master data, ensure purchase-sales register matching, and set up robust MIS reporting for all retail branches. .
• Risk Mitigation: Visit / Conduct regular internal tax reviews across branches to identify gaps, implement corrective actions, and completely eliminate penal risks.
• Excellent leadership qualities in leading and controlling team at corporate office and branches

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: M.Com or MBA in Finance from a recognized university.
• Experience: 14 to 15 years Extensive, proven track record in leading indirect taxation departments and handling independent tax litigation within large-scale organizations.
• Legal & Liaison Skills: Exceptional capability in drafting legal submissions and face-to-face liaisoning with tax tribunal officials and authorities.
• Technical Expertise: Highly advanced, hands-on experience with online filing portals and major ERP packages (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics).
• Geographical Expertise: Hands-on experience in managing multi-branch tax structures specifically across Tamil Nadu, with deep knowledge of state-specific tax sub-rules.
• Core Competencies: Absolute proficiency in GST laws, input tax credit (ITC) reconciliation, digital e-way billing, and automated tax accounting.
• Attributes: High-level responsibility, sharp analytical skills, exceptional leadership qualities, and a strict commitment to punctual deadlines.

Please note :

1. This is URGENT opening and hence selected candidate should be in a position to join immediately / short notice.

2. CANDIDATE MATCHING THE ABOVE ONLY REQUESTED TO FORWARD THEIR DETAILED CV IMMEDIATELY AND WILL BE RESPONDED